Release Date and Time for Assassin’s Creed Shadows in Your Time Zone

Emerging from the shadows, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is set to land in your hands on Thursday, March 20. The exact timing of its release, however, hinges on your platform and time zone.

For those on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, midnight local time marks the launch. On the other hand, Windows PC users should be prepared for a more staggered schedule. Given that this coincides with the dreaded time change season, converting the release times might be trickier than usual. Thankfully, you can preload Assassin’s Creed Shadows, ensuring you dive into the adventure right away.

Curious about when you can start playing Assassin’s Creed Shadows in your neck of the woods? Here’s what you need to know about regional release times and how you can get prepped with a preload.

### When can you start playing Assassin’s Creed Shadows in your time zone?

Assassin’s Creed Shadows launches at different times depending on the platform you’re using: Ubisoft Connect, Steam, MacOS, and for console players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Let’s break down when you can expect to jump in across different platforms.

### Assassin’s Creed Shadows release time on PC via Ubisoft Connect

PC gamers using Ubisoft Connect will see different launch times depending on their location. Keep an eye out for when the game will be available to you.

### Assassin’s Creed Shadows release on PC via Steam

If you’re on Windows PC navigating through Steam—or even on platforms like the Epic Games Store, GeForce Now, and Luna—Assassin’s Creed Shadows hits at 12 a.m. EDT on Thursday, March 20. Here’s when that translates for your time zone.

### MacOS launch for Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Mac users will also experience varying release times according to their regions. Check the specifics to ensure you’re ready.

### Console release time for Assassin’s Creed Shadows on PS5 and Xbox

For console users, the game will grace your screen at 12 a.m. local time on March 20. Prepare to embark on your next epic journey.

### How to preload Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Yes, you can preload Assassin’s Creed Shadows, but note that the timing varies across platforms. To get a head start, you’ll need to have preordered the game. Visit the store page and look for the preload option to be ready as soon as the game goes live.

Stay ahead of the game and make sure you’re set for the adventure into Assassin’s Creed Shadows!